University of California, Davis · 4 weeks ago
Geographic Information System ArcGIS Pro + Data Management/Database Design
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of California, Davis is a global leader in continuing education, and they are seeking a GIS Instructor Partner for their GIS Professional Certificate program. The role involves collaborating with support team members to deliver and improve courses while helping learners develop practical skills in ArcGIS Pro and data management across various industries.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
The GIS Instructor Partner will collaborate with UC Davis support team members to deliver and continuously improve courses within the GIS Professional Certificate
Through a combination of online and recorded lectures, the instructor will ensure that students obtain the required skills in the domain area by the end of the course
The primary responsibility of the GIS Instructor Partner is to support learners in developing practical, job-relevant skills in ArcGIS Pro, GIS data management, and database design concepts that apply across industries (e.g., planning, utilities, transportation, public sector, health, business, environmental, and more)
Under the general supervision of Instructional Services, the Instructor Partner will serve as the subject matter expert to teach an intensive learning experience delivered as part of the UC Davis GIS Analyst Program
The role is a “work for hire” focused on ensuring student academic progress and outcomes
The Instructor Partner will collaborate closely with CPE Instructional Designers and other GIS instructors to create a high-impact learning experience
The primary responsibility of this role is to teach and support learners using advanced ArcGIS Pro workflows, with an emphasis on data organization, integrity, and scalable practices
This role will also contribute to the continuous refresh and modernization of the curriculum
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Geography/GIS, Engineering, Agriculture, or a related field
5+ years of professional experience using ArcGIS Pro with geodatabases, data organization, and database design concepts
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate to a diverse student population
Two or more years' experience in teaching or training professionals
Ability to collaborate on curriculum updates and effectively teach a broad, multi-industry audience
Preferred
Advanced degree related to GIS, geospatial science, or data management
Advanced proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, including geodatabases, data modeling, and data QA
Active membership in GIS professional associations
Experience teaching online
Two or more years' experience in curriculum development
Experience supporting applied learning opportunities, such as internships or industry projects
Benefits
Defined Contribution Plan (the “DC Plan”) as a Safe Harbor participant.
Safe Harbor participants contribute 7.5% of their wages, on a pretax basis, in lieu of contributing to Social Security.
Company
University of California, Davis
UC Davis was founded in 1908 to serve the state of California. We do and we always will.
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